The October 2026 release raises data-centre demand to 40.1 TWh by 2050, from 36.8 TWh in July

Data-centre demand, NEM (TWh per year)

July 2026 release

October 2026 release

Source: Modo Energy

Note: Modo Energy central data-centre forecast, modelled as a flat 24/7 load block. Financial years.

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